Lift and smooth, without a single needle.
Sofwave uses focused ultrasound to encourage your skin to make new collagen. It can lift the brow, firm the jawline and under-chin, and soften lines, often in just one session. The result builds gradually over three months, so it looks like you on a good day.
Ultrasound, used to rebuild rather than to look.
The depth Sofwave works at. That is the middle layer of your skin, where collagen and elastin are made.
I have spent 19 years using ultrasound every day as a specialist midwife sonographer. So when I chose a skin tightening treatment for The Barefaced Edit, I wanted one whose science I understood and trusted.
Sofwave sends seven parallel beams of ultrasound energy into the skin at a precise depth of 1.5mm. This gently heats tiny zones in the mid-dermis, which prompts your body's own repair process. Over the following weeks your skin produces fresh collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid, so it becomes firmer and smoother from within.
In the US, Sofwave is FDA-cleared for lifting the brow, under-chin and neck, for reducing facial lines and wrinkles, and for short-term improvement in the appearance of cellulite.
Why choose Sofwave for skin tightening in Shoreham-by-Sea?
Sofwave suits adults who are noticing early to moderate loss of firmness and want a natural-looking improvement without surgery or downtime.
Heavier brows or hooding
A subtle lift through the brow that can make the eyes look more open.
Fine lines and wrinkles
Smoother skin texture as new collagen builds over three months.
A softening jawline
Firmer definition along the jaw and early jowls.
Loose skin under the chin
Tightening and lifting of the submental area.
Crepey neck skin
Firmer, smoother skin on the neck, an area that often shows age first.
Crepey skin and crow's feet
Smoother, firmer skin around the eyes, where it is thinnest.
"I've used ultrasound every day for 19 years as a specialist midwife sonographer. Sofwave is the skin tightening treatment whose science I understand and trust, which is why I chose it for The Barefaced Edit."— Lindsay Grisbrook, Aesthetic Midwife
Often a good fit if you…
- want results that look natural and build gradually
- can't take time off for recovery
- would rather avoid needles or surgery
- have any skin type or skin tone
Sofwave at a glance
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Treatment time | 30 to 45 minutes (allow about 1.5 hours in clinic, including numbing) |
| Downtime | Little to none; most people return to their usual routine straight away |
| Comfort | Most people find it comfortable with numbing cream; you feel brief pulses of warmth |
| Safety | Built-in Sofcool™ skin cooling and real-time temperature monitoring |
| Target areas | Face, neck, upper arms and body |
| Results | Build gradually over 12 weeks |
A strong safety profile
Sofwave has a built-in cooling system, Sofcool™, which protects the surface of your skin while the ultrasound energy works on the layer beneath.
- check_circle Skin temperature is monitored in real time throughout
- check_circle Energy is delivered at a fixed depth of 1.5mm, away from deeper structures
- check_circle It does not cause fat loss, so your face keeps its natural volume
- check_circle Sofwave's multi-centre clinical studies reported no device-related adverse events
Before any treatment I go through your medical history and explain the possible side effects, so you can decide with all the facts.
How does Sofwave compare with other skin tightening treatments?
There's no single best treatment for everyone. Here's how Sofwave differs from the main alternatives, so you can see where it fits.
Resurfacing Lasers
Resurfacing lasers work on the top layer of skin and can give strong results, but usually need several days or weeks of healing. Sofwave works beneath the surface and protects it with cooling, so there is little to no downtime.
RF Microneedling
RF microneedling uses fine needles to deliver heat into the skin and is effective for texture and scarring, with a few days of recovery. Sofwave reaches the mid-dermis without needles or breaking the skin.
Gentle IPL & Radiofrequency
Gentle IPL and radiofrequency are comfortable with little recovery, but usually need a course of several sessions. Many people are happy with one Sofwave session, though some benefit from a second.
Medical Microneedling
I also offer medical microneedling. At your consultation we'll talk about which suits your skin, or whether combining them makes sense.
What Sofwave™ can do.
Unretouched before and after photographs of Sofwave patients, taken before treatment and at follow-up as new collagen naturally builds.
These images show patients of other clinics, provided by Sofwave. They are not Barefaced Edit clients. Everyone's skin responds differently, and your result will depend on your age, skin and lifestyle. I will talk you through what is realistic for you at consultation. Our own client results will be added here as they are ready.
From first conversation to final result.
Consultation & face analysis
Your consultation is free. We talk about what you would like to change and review your medical history. Before Sofwave, we also scan your skin with our Canta Visage Pro face analyser, which assesses fine lines, elasticity, moisture and pigmentation, and you go home with a personal skin report and plan. The face analysis is £50, taken off your treatment if you book within 14 days.
Your Sofwave session
Numbing cream goes on about 45 minutes beforehand. The treatment itself takes 30 to 45 minutes, and you can go straight back to your day.
Collagen builds
Some people notice a change within the first few weeks. The main result develops gradually and is usually clearest at around three months.
Review & re-scan
Every face treatment includes a three-month review with a repeat skin analysis, so you can see the change in your own scan, not only in the mirror.
Sofwave treatments & prices.
Every Sofwave treatment starts with a free consultation and a face analysis with our Canta Visage Pro (£50, taken off any treatment booked within 14 days). All face treatments include your three-month review and re-scan.
Our first 15 Sofwave face clients receive a founding price, in return for agreeing to before and after photographs. It is a genuine limit of 15 places and ends when they are filled.
Targeted treatments
| Treatment | Price | Founding |
|---|---|---|
| Brow & Eye Lift Brow and upper face | £850 | £695 |
| Neck Front and sides of the neck | £1,100 | £795 |
| Jawline & Under Chin Lower face and submental | £1,100 | £925 |
Lower face lifts
| Treatment | Price | Founding |
|---|---|---|
| Jawline, Under Chin & Neck Lower face, submental and neck | £1,595 | £1,295 |
| Cheeks, Jawline & Under Chin Mid face, lower face and submental | £1,550 | £1,295 |
Full lifts
| Treatment | Price | Founding |
|---|---|---|
| Full Face & Under Chin Full face and submental | £1,650 | £1,395 |
| Full Face & Neck Our most complete treatment | £1,950 | £1,650 |
| Full Face & Neck Top-Up Within 12 months of your first treatment | £1,350 | – |
Body
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Cellulite Thighs or buttocks | from £750 |
| Lower Tummy (below the belly button) | £1,100 |
| Upper Arms | £1,300 |
| Knees Skin above the knee | £750 |
Body treatments are by consultation and are not included in the founding offer.
Before, during and after.
Before
- Come with clean skin and no make-up on the area if you can
- Allow about an hour and a half in clinic, including numbing time
- Let me know about any changes to your health or medication since your consultation
During
- Numbing cream is applied about 45 minutes before we start
- A gel is applied and the handpiece is moved across the skin in small sections
- You will feel brief pulses of warmth. The cooling can be turned up if you need it
After
- Mild redness or slight swelling usually settles within a few hours
- You can return to work and your usual routine straight away
- Make-up can usually go on the same day. Use daily SPF to protect your new collagen
Lindsay Grisbrook, Aesthetic Midwife.
A registered midwife for 24 years and a specialist midwife sonographer for 19 of them. I founded The Scanning Room, a CQC-regulated ultrasound clinic, and I know facial and vascular anatomy in detail.
I will only recommend Sofwave if I think it will give you a result you are happy with. If another treatment, or no treatment, would suit you better, I will say so.
Right person. Right treatment. Right reason.
Frequently asked.
Does Sofwave hurt? expand_more
Most people find it comfortable with numbing cream. You feel short pulses of warmth as each section is treated, and the handpiece cools your skin throughout. I can increase the cooling at any point if you need it.
How many sessions will I need? expand_more
Many people are happy after one session. Some benefit from a second treatment a few months later. We will agree a plan at your consultation based on your skin and goals.
When will I see results, and how long do they last? expand_more
Some people see early changes in the first few weeks, but the main result develops over about 12 weeks as new collagen forms. Sofwave's clinical studies show results lasting around a year. A yearly top-up helps keep your skin firm as natural ageing continues.
Is there any downtime? expand_more
Very little. You may have some redness or mild swelling for a few hours. There is no bruising, and most people go straight back to work.
Are there any side effects? expand_more
Sofwave is non-invasive, and clinical trials have shown it to be safe and effective. The most common effects are mild redness or swelling that settle within a few hours. I'll go through your medical history and any less common risks with you at your consultation.
Is Sofwave suitable for all skin types? expand_more
Yes. Sofwave works in the middle layer of the skin and protects the surface with cooling, so it can be used on all skin types and tones.
How is Sofwave different from HIFU? expand_more
Both use ultrasound. Sofwave delivers seven parallel beams to a fixed depth of 1.5mm in the mid-dermis, where collagen is made, and actively cools the skin surface at the same time. I am happy to talk through the differences in more detail at your consultation.
Can I have Sofwave alongside anti-wrinkle treatment or skin boosters? expand_more
Often, yes. Sofwave works on skin firmness, while anti-wrinkle treatment relaxes the muscles that cause expression lines, so the two can complement each other. I will plan the timing of each treatment with you.
Start with a free consultation.
An unhurried conversation about what you would like to change, followed by your face analysis. No pressure to book anything on the day.
BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATIONBook your Sofwave treatment.
If you have already had your consultation and face analysis with us, or you are due your 12-month top-up, book your appointment directly.
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